That day, construction industry representatives attended a number of informative forums that discussed the future of homebuilding, Ontario’s new Climate Change Strategy and more. The forum was followed by the EQ Awards ceremony and dinner, recognizing the industry’s leading residential construction innovators and influencers. “Ontario’s homebuilding industry has a commendable track record of creativity and innovation,” said Corey McBurney, president of EnerQuality. “ENERGY STAR for New Homes is a success story that all Ontarians should be proud of, proving that voluntary, builder-led initiatives work.” This year EnerQuality launched two new awards: Net Zero Builder of the Year, awarded to Reid’s Heritage Homes, and Building Innovation – Mid & High Rise, awarded to Tridel.

Canadian Ambassador to Chile – Patricia FullerPatricia Fuller, the Canadian ambassador to Chileaddresses the gala attendees of the EQ Awards,discussing the importance of sustainable constructionprojects within Ontario and throughout the world.

A complete listing of awards and winners are outlined below.

The complete list of winners include:

• The Minto Group – Ontario Green Builder of the Year Tridel – Building Innovation (Mid and High Rise)

• Reid’s Heritage Homes – Building Innovation (Low Rise)

• Mattamy Homes – ENERGY STAR for New Homes Builder of the Year (Large Volume)

• Midhaven Homes – ENERGY STAR for New Homes Builder of the Year (Mid Volume)

• Jeffery Homes – ENERGY STAR for New Homes Builder of the Year (Small/Custom)